Families chartering in Elafonissos find one of the most child-friendly environments in Greek waters. The shallow lagoon between the island and the Peloponnese mainland provides calm, warm water for young swimmers, while the double arc of Simos beach offers firm sand and very gentle entry into the sea. The 43 family-classified yachts available here span motor and sailing options, each configured for the deck space, water toy capacity and cabin arrangement that families prioritise.
Crew on family-designated yachts are experienced at setting up water toys, adapting meal times and shaping itineraries around the rhythm of travelling with children. Weekly rates run from approximately 60,000 euros for a well-equipped family motor yacht to over 350,000 euros for a large superyacht with multiple cabins and a full toy inventory.
The APA covers provisioning, fuel and port costs at around 30 percent of the base rate. Elafonissos is compact enough that children do not feel overwhelmed, and the absence of crowds and nightlife makes it a genuine family escape without the distractions of busier Greek islands.
The island’s calm anchorages are ideal for families who want to combine beach time with proper sailing, and the short passages to nearby Kythira and the Laconian Gulf keep itineraries varied without long days at sea.
